On the third day after Xie Wanzheng and the Eighth Prince were married, Emperor Junlin asked them to enter the palace to attend court.
Jun Huaiyu, who had been under house arrest because the crown prince was attacked by a tiger in the royal garden, was also released from confinement.
Because of his engagement with Xie Wanzheng, the Eighth Prince's status increased, and he also regained his favor in front of the emperor.
Emperor Junlin bestowed rewards on Xie Wanzheng in front of all the civil and military officials.
"Thank you, Deputy Commander and General. Xiao Silang won the battle at the border and brought glory and victory to our Junlin Kingdom! The three of you have made an invaluable contribution!"
"From today on, Vice Commander Xie is promoted to Commander-in-Chief! He is awarded the fief of Seoul, commanding 30,000 soldiers and horses, and 10,000 taels of gold!"
After Xie Wanzheng expressed his gratitude, Emperor Junlin also gave Xiao Silang a reward.
Xiao Silang hasn't come back yet, so Xiao Hechuan went to collect the reward for his fourth brother.
General Xie and Xiao Silang are still fighting for the Kingdom of Junlin outside, so of course we can't let people feel disappointed.
Emperor Junlin is very clear about rewards and punishments.
Xie Wanzheng became an official and everyone congratulated him. The sought-after women and even the Eighth Prince became glorious as well.
Jun Huaiyu felt warmed at the sight of Xie Wanzheng, who had dressed up carefully, wearing a long skirt, with her hair in a bun, and with makeup on, and who was being congratulated by everyone.
Jun Huaiyu felt that Xie Wanzheng did not have to die. Xie Wanzheng won the hearts of the soldiers and the people for him, and helped him regain the favor of his father.
Emperor Junlin then asked about their wedding.
Xie Wanzheng said: "In reply to the emperor, your humble servant, your humble servant..." Xie Wanzheng hesitated and looked at the Eighth Prince shyly.
The Eighth Prince stepped forward and replied, "Father, Ah Zheng is the woman I love! I want to personally arrange the wedding with Ah Zheng! I want to put my heart into it and let Ah Zheng feel my heart!"
The Eighth Prince said this, looking at Xie Wanzheng lovingly.
Xie Wanzheng is becoming more and more beautiful and more and more feminine, and is in no way inferior to Chu Xiyue.
These two days, Jun Huaiyu watched Xie Wanzheng walking around beside him, but he just couldn't eat.
When Xie Wanzheng met the Eighth Prince's affectionate eyes, she thought of the scene of the Eighth Prince and Chu Xiyue hugging each other. nausea!
If it weren't for the Xie family, the Xiao family, and the lives of hundreds of thousands of soldiers, Xie Wanzheng would have wanted to directly expose the disgusting side of the Eighth Prince!
Emperor Junlin laughed loudly: "Then father will not care about your marriage. If you need anything, just tell the Ministry of Internal Affairs and I will satisfy you!"
The Xie family and the Xiao family are his dearest ones, and he would never treat Xie Wanzheng unfairly.
Afterwards, Emperor Junlin discussed the encirclement and suppression of the State of Yan with his ministers.
Regarding this, we can only wait for news from Xie Zhuo and Xiao Silang.
Finally, there is the matter of the imperial examination.
Emperor Junlin said: "Who among you wants to share my worries about the imperial examination this year?"
In a few days it will be the imperial examination held every three years.
In previous years, Xiao Hechuan and the Minister of Revenue presided over the meeting.
The prince doesn't like to meddle in these things.
Then, an official recommended the eighth prince.
"Your Majesty! I want to recommend someone! Why not let the Eighth Prince cooperate with the Prime Minister to preside over this year's imperial examination!"
"I reconsider! The Eighth Prince is cautious and careful in his actions, and he clearly distinguishes between public and private matters. I also think that we can give the Eighth Prince a chance!"
"The Eighth Prince has worked diligently over the years and has never made any mistakes. I am also optimistic about the Eighth Prince!"
These people are all the Eighth Prince's men.
Jun Huaiyu lowered his eyes, lowered his eyebrows and said docilely: "Father, I am willing to learn from you, Lord Prime Minister."
Jun Huaiyu didn't have to worry at all that his father would suspect that these ministers were his people.
because!
Emperor Jun Lin indeed had no doubt that Jun Huaiyu had won over these ministers.
because.
The Eighth Brother had no position in the court at all.
The Eighth Brother had never been on good terms with any minister, nor had any private dealings with him.
The eighth brother has the closest relationship with the prince.
Emperor Junlin thought about it, then looked at Xie Wanzheng's face and decided to let the Eighth Prince try.
"Old Eight, are you feeling well? If you are fine, then this year's imperial examination will be hosted by you and the Minister of Revenue. You, Hechuan, can take a rest this year."
Jun Huaiyu was scratched by a tiger in the royal garden and was in a wheelchair for several days.
Maybe because of the halo, his legs are almost healed.
Even if he wasn't well, Jun Huaiyu wouldn't miss this imperial examination.
In Jun Huaiyu's dream, Xiao Qingran was the top scholar, but Xiao Qingran refused to accept the toast and had to drink a penalty drink.
He would never let Xiao Qingran succeed in becoming the top scholar.
Xie Wanzheng was the one who did not see Jun Huaiyu clearly before the marriage, but she did not expect that because of her, it would bring convenience to the Eighth Prince.
But now, it's too late to say anything. I have to inform Chen Zhiyi.
Xiao Hechuan was also worried that the Eighth Prince would cause trouble, but now only the Crown Prince had a solution.
However, the Crown Prince seemed to have not completely given up on the Eighth Prince.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince glanced at the Eighth Prince, and the Eighth Prince thought that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was encouraging him.
Unexpectedly.
Next second.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince spoke.
"Father, ahem, I have something to say."
The Eighth Prince thought that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince wanted to plead for him.
Unexpectedly, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said, "Father, I want to preside over this year's imperial examination."
Emperor Junlin was surprised, but agreed.
Xiao Hechuan found it unbelievable, but having the Crown Prince watching was better than having the Eighth Prince watching, except that he couldn't interfere in this matter.
The eighth prince was shocked, thinking that the crown prince made an exception and wanted to interfere in the imperial examination because of him. The eighth prince was very happy.
The Eighth Prince was also shocked, what about him? What should he do? The prince doesn't want him anymore? ?
Emperor Jun Lin said, "Prince, let Old Eight assist you."
After the court session, Jun Huaiyu immediately went to find His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.
"Brother Crown Prince, don't you want Huaiyu to assist you?" He lowered his brows and looked submissive, with tears in his eyes, looking very aggrieved. The Eighth Prince always liked to use this trick to control the Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince touched the Eighth Prince's head and said, "I heard from the Imperial Physician that your leg is not healed yet and you still need to recuperate for a month. You should rest well. Your health is important. That's why I want you to assist me and share the burden for you."
Just one sentence and one action made Jun Huaiyu happy. The prince cared about him so much.
Jun Huaiyu happily agreed and went back home. He needs to get his health back on track so he can assist his brother the Crown Prince.
The next day, Manager Lin came to Xiao's house to inform Xiao Qingran to go to the Imperial Examination Hall.
A few days before the palace examination, candidates had to go to the Imperial Examination Hall to familiarize themselves with the environment and the examination room, and also undergo a full body examination.
After all, the palace examination lasts for several days, and it will take several days for the results to be announced after the examination.
When Manager Lin arrived, the sun was shining brightly and Xiao Hechuan had gone to the morning court.
Chen Zhiyi had just gotten up and went to the front hall to have breakfast, and saw three men being jealous.
"Zhiyi, what are you thinking about?"
Chen Zhiyi was thinking about Xie Wanzheng while taking a big bite of his second brother's steamed dumpling.
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